1960 DKW Junior vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 616 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Junior | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2630 mm |
